Through insightful conversations with Michigan’s business newsmakers and movers and shakers, host Jeff Sloan explores trending business topics impacting our state’s business community, economy and consumers.
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The Information Diva presents: Doing business like a woman, not like a man. She E.O. ...not C.E.O.
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Tom Lyon and Terry Nelidov of UM's Erb Institute
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On this episode of Inside Michigan Business, we catch up with Tom Lyon and Terry Nelidov to discuss the Erb Institute, whose mission is “to create a sustainable world through the power of business."By Tom Lyon, Terry Nelidov, Jeff Sloan
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Matt Cullen, Chairman of Jack Entertainment
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Matt Cullen has contributed significantly to the great growth of our economy and on the leading edge of the revitalization of the city of Detroit and the surrounding regions. On this episode of Inside Michigan Business.By Matt Cullen, Jeff Sloan
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How Are Small Businesses Faring Today in America
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Host Jeff Sloan sits down with Karen Kerrigan, President and CEO of the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council to discuss key issues impacting entrepreneurs.By Karen Kerrigan, Jeff Sloan
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MEDC's Fred Molnar on What's Fueling the Success of Michigan Startups
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Jeff Sloan talks with Fred Molnar of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation about innovation, technology and entrepreneurship in Michigan.By Jeff Sloan, Fred Molnar
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Troy Mayor Ethan Baker on Politics and Growing the Business Community
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Jeff talks with Troy Mayor Ethan Baker about politics, his plans for the city and how to foster a growing, thriving business community.By Ethan Baker, Jeff Sloan
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Mobility Expert Sam Abuelsamid: Electric and Autonomous Vehicles
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Mobility expert Sam Abuelsamid of Guidehouse Insights talks with guest host John Gallagher about the advantages of and challenges to the electric vehicle market as well as autonomous vehicles.By Sam Abuelsamid, John Gallagher
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Colin McMahon on Digital Media, StartupNation and Entrepreneurship
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," host John Gallagher and Colin McMahon talk about the reach and potential of digital media, the pull of the entrepreneurial spirit in the Midwest and the role StartupNation can play.By John Gallagher, Colin McMahon
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Indeed's Greg Powell: Michigan Is Thriving State for Small Business
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Greg Powell of Indeed chats with Jeff about U.S. and Michigan hiring trends and the strengths of small businesses.By Greg Powell, Jeff Sloan
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Angel Investor Doron York on Early-Stage Investing
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Jeff Sloan talks with angel investor Doron York about the excitement and importance of investing in early-stage businesses.By Doron York, Jeff Sloan
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Brian Calley on the State of Small Business in Michigan
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," SBAM President and CEO Brian Calley talks with Jeff Sloan about the organization's latest survey of small businesses.By Brian Calley, Jeff Sloan
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Episode 11: Joe Thiel of Innovate Marquette SmartZone
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," host Jeff Sloan talks with Joe Thiel about the work Innovate Marquette SmartZone does to nurture the tech startup community in the Upper Peninsula.By Jeff Sloan, Joe Thiel
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Episode 10: Entrepreneur Randal Charlton on How to Succeed as an Early-Stage Startup
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," guest host John Gallagher talks with British-born entrepreneur Randal Charlton, the man who turned TechTown into a crucial part of the startup ecosystem in metro Detroit. Charlton shares some secrets for early-stage startup success.By John Gallagher, Randal Charlton
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Episode 9: Reporter Nick Manes on Detroit's Heralded Startup Ecosystem
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Crain's Detroit Business reporter Nick Manes and host Jeff Sloan discuss Detroit being named the No. 1 best startup ecosystem in the world. Hype or truth?By Nick Manes, Jeff Sloan
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Episode 8: Maureen Donohue Krauss on Michigan's Challenges to Being Competitive
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Maureen Donohue Krauss of the Detroit Regional Partnership details what demands Michigan must satisfy to be a competitive, attractive market.By Jeff Sloan, Maureen Donohue Krauss
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Episode 7: Ryan Landau Talks About Purpose Jobs' Role in Revitalizing the Midwest
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On this episode of "Inside Michigan Business," Ryan Landau of Purpose Jobs discusses the revitalization of Detroit and the Midwest and the changing expectations within the job market.By Jeff Sloan, Ryan Landau
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Episode 1: Howard Handler of 313 Presents on the Business of Entertainment
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Howard Handler, president of 313 Presents, talks with Jeff Sloan about live events in Detroit and how the pandemic forced venues to get creative. Learn why artists consider Detroit a go-to destination and how the area is poised for growth. And just wait until you hear where Howard’s career has taken him.…
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Episode 2: Ned Staebler on Challenges to Equitable Economic Growth
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The president and CEO of TechTown Detroit, also the vice president of economic development at Wayne State University, talks with Jeff Sloan about the group’s pursuit of equitable growth, funding and access to opportunity for entrepreneurs. He shares success stories, but also explains the significant changes to communities that have to occur to draw…
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Episode 3: Flagstar Bank's Mary Mbiya on How DEI Improves Customer Service
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Making sure diverse voices are heard – within the bank and the community – is a key tenet of Flagstar Bank’s commitment to diversity, Mary Mbiya says. The vice president, diversity and inclusion director, tells Jeff Sloan how Flagstar has been changed by DEI efforts and how that translates to better service – and how your company can do the same.…
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Episode 4: Monica Wheat and Mobolaji Sokunbi Discuss DEI as Boon for Business
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“Their talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not.” Learn what Monica Wheat, executive director of Techstars and cofounder of Venture Catalysts, and Mobolaji Sokunbi of Dell Technologies have to say about DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) as it relates to women and people of color in the entrepreneurial ecosystem and how it can be a boon for …
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Episode 5: Ara Topouzian on Venture Capital in Michigan
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The venture capital ecosystem in Michigan has evolved in great part due to the Michigan Venture Capital Association’s efforts to advocate for talent and growth, MVCA Executive Director Ara Topouzian says. He offers a primer on venture capital: what it is, how to get it, the importance of storytelling and why VC’s expansion is critical to Michigan.…
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Episode 6: RJ King on Promising Detroit Developments
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Detroit has something other major cities in the world don’t, DBusiness editor RJ King says: the ability to marry software with hardware. The emerging mobility innovation district, headlined by the revamped Michigan Central Depot, is among the exciting developments that will take Detroit to the next level.…
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TID presents We Don't Tolerate Bullying! There is something parents can do
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Premier show featuring "Tactics from the Trenches" to help parents and educators deal with bullying. The "Ask the experts" segment allows parents to submit questions regarding bullying. Learn the checklist every parent needs.By The Information Diva
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StartupNation's Women Entrpreneurs Group Celebrates 1st Birthday Finale - LIVE
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The Women Entrepreneurs Group is the largest group on StartupNation.com. StartupNation is a free service founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, created to be your one-stop shop for entrepreneurial success. This fun-filled and informative hour is the finale to a weeklong celebration. A special guest has been invited. Women Entrepreneur members …
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StartupNation's Women Entrpreneurs Group Celebrates 1st Birthday! - LIVE
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The Women Entrepreneurs Group is the largest group on StartupNation.com. StartupNation is a free service founded by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs, created to be your one-stop shop for entrepreneurial success. Founders, Jeff and Rich Sloan have been invited to participate in what promises to be a fun-filled and informative hour. Additionally membe…
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